Global Point Loads [FEA]

Global point loads apply concentrated forces and moments at a specific XYZ location in the model. Unlike nodal loads (which target a specific node), global point loads are applied at a global coordinate position and are distributed to nearby elements within the specified FE group.

Point Load

Load Case: The analysis case (load case) to which this point load belongs.

Group: The FE group containing the elements to which the load will be distributed. The load is applied to the nearest elements within this group based on the specified location.

Location X: The global X coordinate where the point load is applied. Right-click this cell for the action Select Point (3D)... which launches an interactive 3D picker that lets you click on a node in the model view to set the X, Y, Z coordinates automatically.

Location Y: The global Y coordinate where the point load is applied.

Location Z: The global Z coordinate where the point load is applied.

Fx: Force component in the global X direction. Positive values act in the positive X direction.

Fy: Force component in the global Y direction. Positive values act in the positive Y direction.

Fz: Force component in the global Z direction. Positive values act in the positive Z direction (typically upward). Use negative values for downward loads.

Mx: Moment component about the global X axis. Follows the right-hand rule for sign convention.

My: Moment component about the global Y axis. Follows the right-hand rule for sign convention.

Mz: Moment component about the global Z axis. Follows the right-hand rule for sign convention.